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R670 DNM

1998 Rover 218

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

55,804 mi
Last recorded55,804 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2023
Typical for 1998 Rover 21883,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR670 DNM
MakeRover
Model218
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2023 55,804 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 55,741 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

all suspension components have corrosion forming all over

Pass 22 Oct 2021 55,665 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 55,610 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 55,388 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 55,342 miles

rear suspension arms corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2017 55,217 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 May 2015 55,142 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 54,977 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 54,770 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 54,769 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 May 2012 52,879 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 52,879 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 52,613 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 51,730 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 50,517 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 50,517 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 48,867 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 48,867 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 47,156 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 47,156 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 45,018 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 218?

Based on 106,618 MOT tests across 21,767 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
5,299
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
21,767
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,334
constant velocity joint gaiter split 8,429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,994
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,620
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 4,026
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R670 DNM is a 1998 Rover 218 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1998 Rover 218 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 83,580 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 218 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,334 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R670 DNM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 218 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 218 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R670 DNM registered?

R670 DNM is a 1998 Rover 218, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R670 DNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R670 DNM shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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